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MT09 VBP

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

188,670 mi
Last recorded188,670 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT09 VBP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 188,670 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 177,856 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 171,002 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 149,431 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 127,950 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 112,377 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 99,269 miles

engine/undertray/sill covers.

surface corrosion on discs, appears to have been stood.

Pass 3 Jul 2015 94,074 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 94,074 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 78,624 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres have cracks in tread

Pass 28 Jun 2013 64,064 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 49,213 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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MT09 VBP is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 79,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT09 VBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 17 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MT09 VBP registered?

MT09 VBP is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is MT09 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT09 VBP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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